Tag Archives: beaded flowers
Winter blues … and silver
With most of the nation facing severe cold weather this season, the southeastern US is no exception. We’ve had to endure ice and snow and cold temperatures that are very unusual indeed. What better way to shake off the winter … Continue reading
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Inspired by wire ……
An exciting aspect of Ganutell as a craft is the endless opportunities to be creative. There are many colors and types of floss and wires, and the number of beads and embellishments available can be overwhelming. Then there are the … Continue reading
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Ganutell Rocks !!!
Forgive my play on words. Actually, Ganutell DOES rock, but the reference is to a cute little mount I’ve been using for Ganutell flowers. While I love the traditional look of Ganutell florals, I also like to find ways to … Continue reading
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Ganutell news!
Life gets in the way, right? I had to take a brief hiatus from blog posting and focus on work and life issues … not nearly as much fun, but there it is. Happens to all of us, right? The … Continue reading
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A seed bead primer – part 2
In A seed bead primer – part 1, we reviewed sizes and shapes of seed beads. Equally important is the color and finish on your beads, and the number of choices is amazing. Each of them will impart a different … Continue reading
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A seed bead primer – part 1
The popularity of seed beads is astounding. They are used to create more than beaded flowers – bead artists use them in loomwork, jewelry, weaving …. the list is endless. Seed beads are simply tiny glass beads. The name ‘seed … Continue reading
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Beaded Flowers – what do they mean????
All flowers have traditional meanings, and beaded flowers are no different. The next time you want to create a beaded flower gift, or you receive one, you might want to consider the meaning behind that beautiful blossom! A bouquet … Continue reading
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Arranging your beaded flowers
You’ve made French beaded flowers, learned how to mount them in containers, and now you want to arrange them in the container. Here are some simple guidelines to achieving a composition that’s pleasing to the eye, and that will best display … Continue reading
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Containing your beaded flowers
You’ve made your french beaded flowers, and now you want to display them well. If you wish to create an arrangement in a container, there are many ways you can accomplish this. Remember, you are working with beaded flowers, which are … Continue reading
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Beaded flowers in the wedding
I have a treasured friend … her daughter was getting married, and I was honored and excited to be creating French beaded flowers for the event. If you have seen a large beaded flower, you know it can be quite … Continue reading
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